She deals with being a Black face in white spaces in a way I’ve never encountered.

Her words make me feel less alone."

are as much characters as any of the leads."

Tessa Thompson

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So seldom does the artful execution of a thesis resonate in such an immediate way."

This time has made me appreciate supporting the businesses that are pillars of the community.

This is a soft place to land."

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